Norway Leads UN Resolution on Israel-Palestine Aid Facilitation

Norway is proposing a U.N. General Assembly resolution to seek the International Court of Justice's opinion on Israel's duty to aid Palestinians. This initiative follows Israel's ban on the U.N. refugee agency UNRWA and other hindrances affecting international aid efforts in Palestinian territories.

Norway announced plans on Tuesday to bring a U.N. General Assembly resolution requesting the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to assess Israel's obligations in allowing international aid to Palestinians.

This initiative responds to Israel's Monday decision to prohibit operations of the U.N. Palestinian refugee agency UNRWA, along with other challenges faced by U.N. agencies.

Norway's statement highlights ongoing difficulties in providing aid, emphasizing the need for legal clarity on Israel's role in supporting international efforts.

(With inputs from agencies.)